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We are seeking an experienced Endodontics Dentist for a 24-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting May 18, 2026. The incoming provider will work a consistent schedule from 8:00am to 5:00pm, focusing on a daily caseload of 8 patients, including a mix of consults and comprehensive endodontic procedures such as root canals, retreatments, and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Endodontics
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Dentist for a 20-day assignment in California, starting Jul 16, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive general dentistry services, with a strong emphasis on root canals, within a state-of-the-art military facility. The client offers a flexible schedule, with typical shifts running from 8 am to 5 pm.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Dentist for a 4-day assignment with our client in California, beginning on Jul 18, 2026. This engaging role requires a commitment to providing comprehensive dental care to a high volume of pediatric patients, with daily shifts from 8 AM to 5 PM. The successful Pediatric Dentist will focus on a range of general and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are actively seeking a skilled Dentist for a 52-day locum tenens assignment in California, commencing Jul 20, 2026. This role involves providing essential dental care including crowns, bridges, implants, fillings, and simple extractions. Our client seeks a professional willing to start 2-3 days a week, with typical shift hours Tuesday-Wednesday 8am-3pm,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a 2-day assignment in California, starting Jul 18, 2026. The client requires coverage for shifts from 9 AM to 6 PM, focusing on a high volume of pediatric dental patients. The role involves a comprehensive range of general dentistry for children, including restorative work, fillings, hygiene checks, cavity treatments,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Dentist for a 6-day assignment starting Jul 8, 2026. This role involves seeing a high volume of pediatric dental patients for restorative work, fillings, hygiene checks, cavities, exams, and some extractions. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 6 PM, and Friday from 8 AM to 4...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Our client in California is actively seeking a skilled Pediatric Dentist for a 6-day assignment, beginning Jun 22, 2026. This role involves managing a high volume of pediatric patients, performing comprehensive dental care including restorative work, examinations, and minor extractions, within a structured schedule.Responsibilities and DutiesManage...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Dentist for an engaging 106-day assignment in California, starting Aug 3, 2026. Our client is looking for a skilled professional to provide general dentistry services, including hygiene checks, exams, fillings, crown and bridge procedures, simple extractions, and managing emergency walk-ins. The schedule for this role will be Monday...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
We are actively seeking a dedicated Dentist for a short-term, 2-day assignment in California, starting Jul 30, 2026. This role involves focused Thursday and Friday shifts, where you will primarily perform surgical extractions, analog denture steps, crown and bridge procedures, and comprehensive treatment planning.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform surgical...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
Our client is actively seeking a skilled Dentist for a 120-day assignment in California, commencing Aug 10, 2026. This role involves providing general dentistry services, with shifts typically scheduled from 8a-5p.Responsibilities and DutiesGeneral DentistryAdditional InformationEMR: EpicShift hours: 8a-5pBenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related expenses...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Locum tenens dentist jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel dentists hold all the same qualifications as a permanent dentist, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, dentists in California earn an average of $181,720 a year.
Dentists in California are required to complete 50 hours of CE every two years.
It’s estimated that the number of dentist jobs will increase by 4% between 2022 and 2032. This is average for the majority of occupations, with a projection of 5,100 openings for dentists each year.
AMN Healthcare reported that the state most in need of dentists was Florida.
The dental specialty that earns the most money is oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that oral and maxillofacial surgeons earn about $334,310 annually.
